Memphis

Memphis, United States

Memphis is a soulful mix where past and present blend, creating an authentic Southern experience. No trip is complete without visiting landmarks such as Graceland (Elvis Presley’s former home), Sun Studio, STAX, Beale Street and the National Civil Rights Museum, but don’t miss a chance to discover what’s happening today. Local musicians may have gotten their inspiration from the icons – Elvis Presley, Al Green and Justin Timberlake – but the musical results are original, soulful and a true taste of Memphis. Come feed your imagination with the sights, sounds and culinary flavors of Memphis.

Population:

652,717

Currency:

1 US dollar (US$) = 100 cents

Emergency Numbers:

911

Opening Hours:

Newspapers:

The Daily News
Memphis Flyer

The City

Memphis, located in the southwestern corner of Tennessee, sits atop a bluff just across the river from Arkansas and a few miles away from the Mississippi state line. Like most places in the Mississippi Delta, it's brimming with traditional Southern charm and hospitality. Walk into any Memphis attraction (there are many!) and you’ll be greeted as though you were family.

Memphis is where blues music grew up, where rock ‘n’ roll was born and where important strides were made in the struggle for civil rights. This living history hits visitors right away during a stroll through Graceland, Elvis Presley’s final home, or on a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum, located at the site where Martin Luther King Jr. lost his life. The one-of-a-kind attractions and landmarks that give character and identity to the Bluff City now mingle with new residential and commercial developments, and restored historic buildings.

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Do & See

The largest city in Tennessee, Memphis is a must-see destination for lovers of Elvis, music, history and barbecue. This vibrant and colorful destination offers everything from museums and galleries, to theater and nightlife, and it is super easy to navigate by riverboat, bus or on foot. From Beale Street with the best live blues to B.B. King's and many more restaurants and bars – Memphis continues to seduce travelers with its culinary specialties and, of course, its rhythm!

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Dining

Memphis’ acclaimed chefs take the cuisine of the Southern USA to a new level. Memphis boasts 100-plus barbecue joints, and at least as many preparation styles. But it's not just about barbecue here: Memphis is also a hot spot for cuisine from all over the world. At Memphis restaurants and bars, request local microbrews Ghost River, High Cotton, Memphis Made and Wiseacre. (On weekends, the latter three open tap rooms. Sample one of Memphis Made’s seasonal brews.)

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Cafes

Start your day with Brother Juniper’s cheesy grits and an omelet layered with grilled meats, cheeses and vegetables. Indulge in sweet potato pancakes at The Arcade. On Sunday, do brunch at The Beauty Shop for creative dishes — maybe ham with coffee-infused red-eye gravy. For scratch-made pie and irresistible cupcakes, hit one of Muddy’s bakeries. For chocolates (almost) too pretty to eat — some infused with Tennessee’s own Prichard’s Distillery spirits — visit Phillip Ashley Chocolates. Or, make a selection from the rich dessert cart in the famed Peabody Hotel lobby.

Learn more at: www.visittheusa.se/experience/tasty-guide-whats-cooking-memphis